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51.362652 1.428474 | 1 Take the St Peter's Village Tour in Broadstairs to see the oldest buildings in town brought to life by costumed characters. The mile-long walk includes visits to the tower used during the… |  |
51.362652 1.428474 | 2 Take the St Peter's Village Tour in Broadstairs to see the oldest buildings in town brought to life by costumed characters. The mile-long walk includes visits to the tower used during the… | |
51.296893 0.508047 | 3 Maidstone's Original Beer & Hop Festival Sample Cobtree Ale, brewed from Kent Life's own hops, at Maidstone's Original Beer & Hop Festival. Wider-ranging than most beer festivals, there's not only live music, but also the chance to… |  |
51.300609 0.585002 | 4 The spring and autumn Kent Garden Shows take place at the dedicated Kent Showground in Detling, surrounded by the hat-shaped oast houses characteristic of the Kentish countryside. Over 300… |  |
51.186885 0.113849 | 5 Patchwork & Quilting Exhibition Hever Castle's annual Patchwork & Quilting Exhibition features around 200 patchwork quilts and wall hangings. There are demonstrations of quilting and needlework techniques, and… |  |
51.393612 0.526988 | 6 Historic Dockyard Chatham's Salute to the 40s The Historic Dockyard Chatham goes back in time with Salute to the 40s, a popular event with wartime vehicles, fashion, music, dance and re-enactors. Listen out for the air-raid siren and take… |  |
51.30665 0.880465 | 7 Brogdale Farm Autumn Cider Festival Brogdale Farm in Kent celebrates the recent revival of interest in cider with the Brogdale Farm Autumn Cider Festival. As well as offering dozens of ciders to sample, experts give advice on… |  |
51.30665 0.880465 | 8 Shiny reds, juicy greens and mellow yellows - apples of all shapes and sizes are the focus of this Apple & Cider Festival at Maidstone's Kent Life museum. Munch on the apples, sip the juices… |  |
51.275216 1.076866 | 9 The Eurofair in Canterbury's Dane John Gardens offers stalls from all over Europe selling a variety of food. Stock up on organic produce, local wine and cider, crafts and clothing - all… |  |
51.442414 0.375821 | 10 The Chantry Heritage Centre is a small museum housed within a 14th-century chapel. Inside there is an ornate Jacobean staircase and displays on Gravesend's local industries and Roman history… |  |
11 Belmont House is an 18th-century Georgian manor house designed by architect Samuel Wyatt, surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens and classical English country parkland. Visitors can tour… |  | |
12 Rescued from dereliction by antiquary Denys Bower in 1955, 15th-century Chiddingstone Castle is home to Bower's impressive collection of Japanese, Egyptian and Buddhist artefacts, including… |  | |
13 Discover plants from around the world in Tom Hart-Dyke's World Garden at 15th-century Lullingstone Castle, near Eynsford. The Manor House overlooks a 15-acre lake, and Henry VIII and Queen… |  | |
14 Climb aboard the MV Princess Pocahontas for a guided tour along the Thames. Cruise upstream as far as London or to Greenwich, where you can visit the Maritime Museum and Cutty Sark. Sail… |  | |
51.142454 0.898731 | 15 Kids love watching the resident miller grind corn at Willesborough Windmill near Ashford, a Grade II-listed landmark which has been restored to full working order. Tours of the 19th-century… |  |
51.069606 0.68996 | 16 The Tenterden Folk Festival presents a packed weekend of folk song, music and dance. Events range from free, informal performances in pubs, streets and coach parks to ticketed concerts and… |  |
51.357796 0.254962 | 17 The British Touring Car Championship - Brands Hatch The British Touring Car Championship crosses the line at Brands Hatch Circuit in Longfield. Action is fast and furious, and after the races the public can access the pit lane to meet the teams… |  |
51.302569 0.893195 | 18 Faversham Carnival is a spectacle of floats and costumes: a highlight of the town's year. With entertainment, especially for children, during the day, the carnival queen is crowned in the… |  |
51.201532 0.275516 | 19 West Kent Book Fair & Literary Festival Browse for rare books and listen to readings at the West Kent Book Fair & Literary Festival in Tonbridge School's Old Big Hall. Kids' activities include quizzes and story time, while adults… |  |
51.406487 0.525712 | 20 Once an Elizabethan artillery fort, Upnor Castle near Rochester is brought to Tudor life for a weekend. Step back 500 years in time, with actors in Tudor costumes demonstrating life as it was… |  |
21 Canterbury, the famous cathedral town where Thomas Beckett lost his head, hosts this vibrant arts festival in October. The programme ranges across classical, jazz, folk and blues music, drama… |  | |
22 Touch ancient Roman objects like coins and pottery, excavated at Crofton Roman Villa in Orpington. Evidence of underfloor heating within the ten rooms of this former farming estate reveals the… |  | |
51.108373 0.574256 | 23 Gardens of Sissinghurst Castle Sissinghurst Castle by the village of Sissinghurst is famous for the loveliness of its classic English garden. Although it's beautiful between spring and autumn, the scent and colour are most… |  |
51.386457 0.525156 | 24 The Halloween Horrors tour of Fort Amherst in Kent promises to scare visitors silly with some underground adventures. The Georgian fort has 750 metres of tunnels, which makes it a naturally… |  |
51.199999 1.400628 | 25 Henry VIII built Walmer Castle's battlements to defend from potential European invaders. Now with Lord Warden in residence it stands peacefully as a stately home. Head to Deal for the glorious… |  |
26 Discover the history and process of gunpowder production at the restored 18th-century Chart Gunpowder Mills in Faversham. One of Britain's first gunpowder factories, the mills supplied powder… |  | |
51.40718 0.526292 | 27 Mighty Upnor Castle was built to protect warships moored at Chatham dockyards. This rare example of an Elizabethan artillery fort is a treat to explore and the peaceful riverside grounds are… |  |
51.300609 0.585002 | 28 Detling International Antique & Collectors Fair Five times a year, eagle-eyed collectors come to Detling's Kent Showground to hunt for gems amidst the 500 stalls at the International Antique & Collectors Fair. Just 30 minutes from the… |  |
51.129707 1.321449 | 29 Scare yourself silly this half term by halloweening at Britain's most haunted castle, perched on the dramatic White Cliffs. If you're sure you don't believe in ghosts, Dover Castle's programme… |  |
30 Jump aboard the Allington Belle, a Mississippi-style paddle boat which runs along the River Medway from Allington to Maidstone town centre. The boat travels through Maidstone Millennium River… |  | |
51.148687 0.872812 | 31 Delve into Ashford's history at the Ashford Borough Museum, which houses local archaeological and geological artefacts. There's also a fascinating range of black-and-white photography… |  |
51.300447 0.935072 | 32 Farming World in Faversham offers a fun and informative day out for the whole family in the beautiful Kent countryside. Home to friendly animals and a host of farming activities, it also… |  |
51.393612 0.526988 | 33 Britain's most important naval base for over 400 years, the now-restored Historic Dockyard Chatham is a key heritage site. Kent's largest museum, it includes Royal Navy's last operational… |  |
51.311512 0.873445 | 34 A 13th-century haven founded by Henry III, which served as a Royal Lodge, pilgrims' hostel, hospital and almshouses for retired royal retainers, Maison Dieu is now a museum. Beautifully… |  |
51.173246 0.18158 | 35 Imagine Henry VIII warming his hands at the octagonal hearth when he came to stay in the 13th-century Penshurst Place and Gardens. Kids love the ancient suits of armour in the Baron's Hall.… |  |
51.160147 0.833399 | 36 Join a guided tour of the Jacobean Godinton House mansion and explore the stunning medieval hall and beautifully restored labyrinth of rooms. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of beautiful… |  |
51.296893 0.508047 | 37 Discover 150 years of Kent's rural history at Kent Life. A 28-acre animal farm, a craft village and a working Oast house encourage visitors to learn about everything from growing and… |  |
51.116226 0.188879 | 38 Groombridge Place Gardens & Enchanted Forest Kiera Knightley and co filmed Pride and Prejudice in and around the untouched 17th-century moated Groombridge Place manor house. In spring, thousands of flowers carpet the Formal Gardens. The… |  |
51.084431 1.17794 | 39 Book lovers head to Folkestone for the annual Folkestone Book Festival with nine days of readings, performances and practical writing sessions at various venues. Several notable writers are… |  |
51.357796 0.254962 | 40 Race Car Live (aka the London Motorsport Show) returns to its new home, Brands Hatch Circuit. It offers car and karting enthusiasts the opportunity to get close to some of the machines and… |  |
51.393612 0.526988 | 41 Britain's most important naval base for over 400 years, the now-restored Historic Dockyard Chatham is a key heritage site. Kent's largest museum, it includes Royal Navy's last operational… | |
51.367857 0.199964 | 42 Eagle Heights Birds of Prey Centre Eagle Heights Birds of Prey Centre is home to around 150 birds including Tawny and Golden eagles, Peregrine falcons, an Andean condor and owls. Visitors can watch flying demonstrations and… |  |
51.372398 0.497957 | 43 Dickens spent 18 years in Rochester (five as a child, and 13 at the end of his life). Since 1988, the Medway town has held this Christmas celebration in honour of the Victorian author… |  |
51.131942 0.265895 | 44 Spend One Night with Elvis at Tunbridge Wells' Assembly Hall Theatre. Lee 'Memphis' King, the UK's most successful Elvis impersonator, covers all his hits from the early days to the Vegas… |  |
51.257403 0.266075 | 45 Wrap up warm and sing traditional Christmas Carols along with a local choir in the courtyard of the 14th-century National Trust property, Ightham Mote. Enjoy a mulled wine reception then a… |  |
51.132676 0.261987 | 46 Christmas Comedy Cafe at the Trinity Theatre A quick-witted line-up of well-known comedians presents the Christmas Comedy Cafe at the Trinity Theatre in Tunbridge Wells. Book in for a meal beforehand with a glass of bubbly to boot -… |  |
47 Christmas Beer and Food Evening Visitors to the Christmas Beer and Food Evening at the Shepherd Neame Brewery can enjoy a tour and a tutored tasting session, then sit back and enjoy a delicious seasonal four-course meal. |  | |
51.068686 0.685075 | 48 This Christmas, families hop on board a steam train at Tenterden Town Station for a fun ride and an important meeting with Santa Claus. Santa's pixie helpers serve refreshments and presents… |  |
51.300447 0.935072 | 49 Farming World in Faversham offers a fun and informative day out for the whole family in the beautiful Kent countryside. Home to friendly animals and a host of farming activities, it also… | |
51.257403 0.266075 | 50 Wrap up warm and sing traditional Christmas Carols along with a local choir in the courtyard of the 14th-century National Trust property, Ightham Mote. Enjoy a mulled wine reception then a… | |
